GBK0
Ages 3–4
Little Champions
Movement, discipline and listening skills for pre-K kids, built around short drills and a lot of smiles.
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GRACIE BARRA · JACKSONVILLE
Built on the mat. Proven in the cage.
World-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Kickboxing and Wrestling — from the academy that's coached 100+ professional fighters across UFC, Bellator and PFL.
PROGRAMS
Train how you want to train.
From first-step kids classes to professional fight prep, we run a curriculum that scales with you.
GBK1
Ages 5–8
Kids Jiu-Jitsu I
Foundations of Gracie Barra BJJ — positions, falls, and the confidence that comes with knowing how to handle yourself.
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GBK2
Ages 9–14
Kids Jiu-Jitsu II
Technical curriculum with live rolling, sparring rules and structured competition prep for kids ready to level up.
Jacksonville St Johns
GB1
Ages 15+
Adult Jiu-Jitsu
The full Gracie Barra adult curriculum — fundamentals, advanced, and open mat. Gi and no-gi options every week.
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KBX
Ages 12+
Kickboxing
Stand-up striking with technical pad work, combinations and conditioning. Built for fighters and for anyone who wants to hit things well.
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WRS
Ages 8+
Wrestling — Applied Pressure
Folkstyle and freestyle fundamentals that make every BJJ game tougher. Taught by coaches with collegiate and pro MMA experience.
Jacksonville St Johns
MEET THE HEAD INSTRUCTOR
Prof Roberto Cuartero III.
Black Belt 4th Degree. Former Marine. 20+ years on the mat. 100+ pros coached to an 83% win rate across UFC, Bellator, and PFL.
Roberto built Gracie Barra Jacksonville to be the kind of academy he wishes he had growing up — disciplined enough to make black belts, kind enough that the seven-year-olds stay for ten years.
Meet the full roster →
WHAT MEMBERS SAY
685+ reviews. 4.9 stars.
I've been taking my son here for months now. These guys know what they're doing — excellent technique, health, fitness and making it fun all at the same time.
The team could not have been more welcoming. Great professors and an ultra-clean facility.
The gym has exceeded expectations — not just top-tier coaching but an incredible community of like-minded, goal-driven individuals.
Step on the mat.
Your first week is free. No gear needed — we've got you covered.